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there’s a large entry court behind that.”
While the wall and courtyard buffer the lane
traffic, the exterior treatment of the house on
this side adds to its tucked-away feel.
“Despite having two levels, the house strikes
a low profile when viewed from the street,”
says DeForest. “We emphasised the bold horizontal lines in the design, which you see in the
fence, the wood cladding and the shape of the
house itself.”
The cladding has a thin profile, which is a
more contemporary interpretation of the traditional weatherboards on neighbouring houses.

Above: As one side of the house is
edged by a busy laneway, architect
John DeForest created a wood wall
and entry courtyard to act as a visual
and auditory buffer.
Left: In addition to the main living
spaces, a home office and exercise
room share the water view.

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